Hegseth hails defence progress by Nato allies, says some must 'do more'

US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth praised NATO allies' progress on defense spending but emphasized some need to 'do more.' NATO reported increased European defense expenditure in 2025, though three countries, including Slovenia and the Czech Republic, risk missing the 2% GDP threshold. The US is reducing assets allocated to NATO, citing a shift in focus toward China, raising concerns about European vulnerability.